The Mumbai board of the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) is planning to launch a lottery for 2,030 houses in September.
Tusshar Kapoor, who recently made his OTT debut with Dus June Ki Raat, opened up about being written off numerous times despite coming from a film background. He revealed how people keep talking about the pros but not the cons of belonging to a filmy family. In a recent interview, the actor discussed his career and said, “I feel blessed to have got the opportunity to prove myself. I think I am one of the actors who have been written off maximum times.”
He added, “People do keep talking about the pros that one has of coming from a film family; I did have my share. But, I also faced a lot of cons and constant scrutiny. I was put to the test time and again as a new student.”
In an interview with India Today, Tusshar Kapoor discussed the chance to prove his abilities and the media scrutiny he faced. He mentioned feeling fortunate to have multiple opportunities to showcase his talent despite being frequently dismissed by critics. His debut film, Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai, was successful, but skepticism remained. He added that subsequent failures further fueled doubts about his capabilities until Kya Cool Hai Hum established his reputation in comedy.
Tusshar Kapoor also talked about facing negativity from certain industry members. He expressed frustration over a segment of the industry that seems determined to undermine him. Despite this, he has moved past it and is ready to continue proving himself, finding motivation in the challenge. He revealed that he feels grateful for his audience, which supports him regardless of his career ups and downs.
Tusshar Kapoor also shared how his son has become a source of joy and stress relief in his life. He highlighted the positive aspects of his life, including his commitment to fitness and Buddhism, which help him stay grounded. He believes in staying focused and positive and finding motivation in life’s ups and downs. Expressing gratitude for his career and the opportunity to discuss his projects, he emphasized that these elements make his journey worthwhile.
Dus June Ki Raat, featuring Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and directed by Tabrez Khan, premiered on JioCinemas on August 4, 2024. The series follows Bhagyesh, a man notorious for his misfortune, as he aspires to revive his father’s theater. The show is packed with comedic escapades and vibrant personalities. The ensemble cast also includes Tushar Acharya, Shaan Groverr, Leena Sharma, among others.
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Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, targetted by her critics over the 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax or GST on life and medical insurance premiums, retorted today that leaders having objection should first have consulted their state finance ministers who have a say in the GST Council. Amid growing dissidence over the GST on premiums, the government has repeatedly clarified that it was a decision of the GST Council — which has only brought more jibes from the Opposition.
Tax has been there on medical insurance even before GST was introduced, Ms Sitharaman said in the Lok Sabha today. “There was already a Service Tax on medical insurance, before the GST was introduced. This is not a new tax, it was already there in all the states,” she said.
“Those protesting here, did they discuss regarding the removal of this tax in their states? Did they write to the Finance Ministers of their respective states about it and asked them to raise it in the GST Council where states have 2/3rd part? No, but they are protesting here. This is their double standards, this is their drama,” she said.
Among those having reservations about the tax is Ms Sitharaman’s cabinet colleague Nitin Gadkari, who was among the first to write to her about the issue.
In a letter dated July 28, Mr Gadkari had raised the concerns of the Life Insurance Corporation Employees Union in Nagpur, and said levying GST on insurance amounts to “taxing the uncertainties of life”.
“Similarly, the 18 per cent GST on medical insurance premiums is proving to be a deterrent for the growth of this segment of business which is socially necessary. In view of the above, you are requested to consider the suggestion of withdrawal of GST on life and medical insurance premiums on priority,” read the letter from the Road Transport and Highways Minister.
His stance was echoed by Congress’s Rahul Gandhi, who, in a social media post, claimed that the BJP looks for a “tax opportunity” in every disaster, which is proof its “insensitive thinking”.
“The Modi government has looted Rs 24,000 crore even from those who save every penny to avoid bowing before anyone in the event of a health crisis,” read a rough translation of his post in Hindi. Rahul said in a post in Hindi.
The GST on premiums was announced in this year’s budget, which has been criticised by many. The Opposition parties have accused the Centre of being generous only to Bihar and Andhra Pradesh — states ruled by its allies TDP and JDU. In social media, many have pointed to the high tax burden on the salaried middle class.
The Finance Minister has trashed the Opposition allegations, saying the Centre has provided funds to all states. If a state has not been mentioned in the Budget speech, it does not mean it is not covered, she said.